Michel Couvreur Very Sherried 25 Year Old 1990 vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Michel Couvreur Very Sherried 25 Year Old 1990The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
DistilleryMichel CouvreurThe Macallan
RegionSpeyside
CountryFranceScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV45%43%
Age25 yr18 yr
Price£426.98£399
Rating5.00/5

Michel Couvreur Very Sherried 25 Year Old 1990

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner70/100
Value13/100

Michel Couvreur Very Sherried 25 Year Old 1990

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is better value at £399 vs £427.

For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Michel Couvreur Very Sherried 25 Year Old 1990

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£426.98 vs £399)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£399 vs £426.98)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Michel?

Michel Couvreur Very Sherried 25 Year Old 1990 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy The?

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried Fruit

Only Michel Couvreur Very Sherried 25 Year Old 1990

ChocolateOld WoodTobacco

Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

VanillaToastedHoney

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